India vs Pakistan – Asia Cup 2025
The Asia Cup 2025 Super Four competition between India and Pakistan is happening at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India gained the lob and have requested Pakistan to bat first.
There was also another tense instant at the toss: India’s captain Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan’s captain Salman Ali Agha did not jiggle hands.
Right now, Pakistan are building a stable total with Sahibzada Farhan playing violently and looking good.
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Quick Information Table for India vs Pakistan – Asia Cup 2025
Here’s a summary table for all key details (teams, start time, live info etc.):
| Field | Details |
| Match | India vs Pakistan – Super Four, Asia Cup 2025 |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, UAE |
| Date | 21 September 2025 |
| Toss Winner & Decision | India won toss, chose to field first |
| Captains | Suryakumar Yadav (India), Salman Ali Agha (Pakistan) |
| Key Batter (Pakistan) | Sahibzada Farhan – scored a 50-run knock off ~34 balls so far |
| Key Moments | India refused handshake again; Pakistan had a good start in powerplay; India’s changes in playing XI including Bumrah & Varun coming back |
| Live Streaming / TV Info | Available in Pakistan on PTV, online via Myco, Tamasha etc. (also coverage in India via Sony LIV & FanCode) |
Match Details for India vs Pakistan – Asia Cup 2025
Playing XIs & Team News
India’s XI includes:
- Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy.
Pakistan’s XI includes:
- Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Ali Agha (captain), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris (wicketkeeper), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed.
India has made two vicissitudes from preceding games: Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakaravarthy have originate in, replacing Harshit Rana and Arshdeep Singh.
Key Stats & Live Performance (so far)
- Pakistan at 10 overs: ~ 91/1 – steady start.
- Sahibzada Farhan has scored a gritty fifty (34 balls) with limits and sixes.
- Powerplay was good for Pakistan: some risk, some rewards.
- India’s bowlers (Bumrah, Varun, Kuldeep) are under weight, giving some luxurious overs.
What’s At Stake
Importance of this Match
- This is the Super Four stage, which incomes both teams (India & Pakistan) are aggressive for a place in the final.
- For Pakistan: redemption after a convincing loss to India in the group stage. They need a strong performance to stay in contention.
- For India: keeping their momentum, upholding supremacy over Pakistan. A win here will reinforce their path to the final.
Off-field Drama
- The handshake difference lasts: no handshake over at the toss. Such signs substance in India-Pakistan matches because of their history.
- Crowd, media, diplomatic sentiments are part of the match as always.
How to Watch / Streaming & Broadcast
- In Pakistan, the match is televised on PTV and streaming platforms like Myco and Tamasha.
- In India, live coverage is available on Sony Sports Network, with streaming via Sony LIV and FanCode.
- For global viewers, there are various digital streaming services depending on country. Use official platforms to avoid piracy.
Predictions & What to Look for
- Pakistan’s batting depth: Farhan and Ayub have given a good start; how the middle order handles the spin attack (Kuldeep etc.) will be crucial.
- India’s bowling strategy: Will they contain runs in powerplays, use spin well, and get early breakthroughs?
- Pressure moments: India tends to thrive in crunch situations; Pakistan will need composure.
- Pitch & conditions: Dubai often has dew, slowish spinning tracks. Bowling second might give advantage. Decisions at toss matter. India chose to field first, likely considering dew later.
Final Thoughts
India vs Pakistan – Asia Cup 2025 matches are always more than just cricket. Emotions, expectations, rivalries, history — all of it shows up in these games. Right now:
- Pakistan will want to correct mistakes from their earlier defeat.
- India will aim to continue dominance and psychological edge.
- Fans should expect an exciting game; possibly tense, with momentum swings.
If you’re watching, keep an eye on:
Running between wickets, and pressure from tight overs.
Drop catches or mistakes by fielders (these often change match flow).
How Pakistan’s spinners come in after powerplay.
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